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N781 FLM

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

74,983 mi
Last recorded74,983 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2010
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN781 FLM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2010 74,983 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 73,437 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 73,380 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 67,065 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 67,010 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 60,390 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 60,038 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2006 56,421 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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N781 FLM is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,004 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N781 FLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N781 FLM registered?

N781 FLM is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 December 1995.

Is N781 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N781 FLM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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